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Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site Yes Travel Requirement Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement Shift Start Time/End Time 07-19/19-07 Days Off Rotating Vacancy Type Casual Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $41.42 - $59.52 Paid FTE N/A Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS N/A Planned Start Date Mar. 1 2024 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Pending Return of Incumbent No CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Required for Professional Registration Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Under supervision of the Forensic Nurse Examiner (FNE) Coordinator delegate, provides comprehensive forensic nursing care to patients.

Travel may be required of this position and transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health.

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant. Two (2) years recent nursing experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Eligible for completion of a recognized Sexual Assault/Forensic Nurse Examiner program and any required course pre-requisites.

Skills And Abilities Ability to demonstrate therapeutic interviewing and communication skills. Ability to demonstrate applied principles of ethical nursing practice. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of legislation applicable to forensic nursing. Ability to work with minimal supervision Ability and motivation to demonstrate self-directed learning Ability to collaborate with a variety of professionals from the health and legal professions. Ability to organize and prioritize patient care. Ability to operate job related equipment. Ability to perform the physical duties of the position. Valid BC Driver's License   Link to Full Job Description

https://jd.viha.ca/JD3705.pdf

Additional information for applicants Additional Clauses Requisition CA Nurses Bargaining Association Affiliation/Union BCNU